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Introduction Losing weight can be a challenging journey, but with the right strategies and mindset, it is achievable. Whether you want to shed a few pounds for an upcoming event or embark on a long-term weight loss transformation, this article will guide you on the path to success. By adopting healthy habits and making sustainable […]

Two things I have learned after 24 years of training people to lose weight and offering fat loss tips: 1) there is more than one way to skin a cat  2) one size does not fit all I used to read blogs and articles written by other trainers on a weekly basis, and many of […]

This is an article I posted originally almost ten years ago. However, I think the take-home message is even more relevant today than it was then. Sugar Vs Fat Documentary I finally got around to watching Horizons ‘Sugar Vs Fat’, and I have to say it was pretty interesting. I’m always very critical of these […]

Prevalence of Obesity in the UK The UK is grappling with a serious obesity epidemic, according to recent data from the National Health Service (NHS). Alarmingly, almost two-thirds of adults in the country are classified as overweight or obese, with 63.8% of adults having a body mass index (BMI) of 25 or higher. The situation […]

Hypertrophy is the increase in size of an organ or tissue as a result of the growth of its cells. It’s a popular topic in the world of fitness, and the idea of building bigger muscles is the driving force behind many people’s gym routines. But what exactly is hypertrophy, and how can we achieve […]

Traditionally BMI is used by fit pros and health pros to assess whether an individual has a healthy body weight. However, as you probably know, it is not always relevant as it does not take into consideration what the body is composed of. For example, muscular individuals such as bodybuilders will be classified as obese […]

Working on a client’s nutrition is not always easy. You can set calorie goals, use tracking apps, or focus on habit building as we teach on our level 3 diploma in personal training. However, some clients simply won’t follow your advice. “You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make them drink it.” This […]

As a coach and a teacher, I often get asked what my training and nutritional programme looks like. My response will change depending on what macrocycle I happen to be in. I was asked a few weeks ago this question so let me explain how I usually train. An overview of my training When it […]

I was asked recently whether losing weight was as simple as eat less and move more. My answer was yes, and no.  On paper, it is that simple but in practice, it really isn’t. How do we lose weight? For your body to break down body fat it has to be in a calorie deficit. […]

What is belly fat and why can’t we seem to lose it? This is a question I have been asked many times over the years. Especially from post-natal clients. I answer the question in this short article. Energy surplus First of all, any increase in body fat wherever you store it is always going to […]